Course Overview
This 5-day course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to manage and analyze qualitative data using Atlas.ti, a powerful qualitative data analysis (QDA) software. The course will cover the fundamentals of qualitative research, data management, coding, and the generation of meaningful insights from qualitative data. Participants will engage in hands-on exercises to become proficient in using Atlas.ti for various research needs. By participating in this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of qualitative data management and analysis, enabling them to apply these skills to their research projects effectively using Atlas.ti.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Researchers and analysts who work with qualitative data
- Academics and students involved in qualitative research projects
- Professionals in social sciences, health sciences, education, marketing, and other fields that utilize qualitative data
- Consultants and practitioners interested in enhancing their qualitative research skills
- Anyone interested in learning how to use Atlas.ti for qualitative data analysis
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the principles of qualitative research and the role of qualitative data analysis.
- Navigate the Atlas.ti interface and utilize its features for effective data management.
- Import and organize qualitative data into Atlas.ti projects.
- Apply coding techniques to qualitative data and manage codes efficiently.
- Use Atlas.ti tools to explore relationships and patterns in the data.
- Generate reports and visualizations to present qualitative findings.
- Develop strategies for rigorous and systematic qualitative data analysis.
- Integrate qualitative findings into broader research projects and reports.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Qualitative Research and Atlas.ti
- Overview of qualitative research methods
- Introduction to Atlas.ti and its interface
- Setting up a new project in Atlas.ti
- Importing and organizing qualitative data (texts, PDFs, images, audio, and video files)
Module 2: Data Management and Coding
- Creating and managing codes
- Techniques for efficient coding
- Using memos and comments for data annotation
- Organizing and structuring codes into code groups
Module 3: Analyzing Qualitative Data
- Exploring relationships between codes
- Using network views and semantic networks
- Query tools and advanced search functions
- Analyzing co-occurrences and code-document tables
Module 4: Visualization and Reporting
- Creating visualizations (word clouds, concept maps, etc.)
- Generating and customizing reports
- Exporting data and findings from Atlas.ti
- Best practices for presenting qualitative research results
Module 5: Advanced Features and Integration
- Using Atlas.ti for team-based projects
- Integration with other software (e.g., Excel, SPSS)
- Advanced coding and analysis strategies
- Case studies and practical applications
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Sense & Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealsense.org.
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